Nurses and Healthcare Administrators: Tips for Crafting an Ideal Resume

01-12-2015 |
By: DeVore Recruiting

The healthcare field has been an in-demand field for a while now. The
industry has been especially competitive as of late due to the fact that hiring
cooled down following the Affordable Care Act. However, hiring is picking back
up, and having a competitive resume that stands out is still as important as
ever.

It’s imperative to demonstrate that you understand the current state of
the healthcare business. Right now, the industry is underscoring cost control
and productivity. With a fluctuating industry, it’s important for you to
demonstrate that you have a finger on the pulse of the healthcare field.

In addition to demonstrating an understanding of the current state of
the industry, your resume should illustrate skills, experience, adept ability
for self-evaluation and other staff members. It’s also important to show your
commitment to quality and to a healthcare provider’s success.

The healthcare professional’s resume can be crafted in two formats: a
traditional resume or a CV.

A healthcare resume is
preferable if you’re looking to fill an administrative or back-office position.
In this case, use a reverse-chronological timeline when applying for a
management position. Note: Often professionals from other industries can enter
the healthcare field to apply for purchasing, accounting and other
administrative positions.

The other option is a CV.
This format is used mostly by professionals in academic, medical and scientific
industries. All credentials should be listed such as internships, degrees,
experience, awards, publications (journals, reports, books, etc.), conferences,
speaking engagements and affiliations. Keep in mind that new graduates would
have a CV the length of a page. Professionals with years of experience in their
field will have two-plus pages.

No matter the format, it’s important to include relevant key terms and
buzzwords to help get your resume noticed:

·Caseload:
Describe caseloads you have managed and detail the challenges faced and number
of patients and clients you dealt with for each.

·Grant
writing/fundraising: This is an in-demand skill. If you can write grants or
help fundraise, you’re showing recruiters that you see the importance of
revenue streams.